Your Week in Asia
Sri Lanka votes, Midea lists in Hong Kong, BOJ policy meeting
Your weekly lineup of Asia's biggest business and political events
Comment
Can new Thaksinist government save Thailand from economic malaise?
Cabinet led by Thaksin's daughter gives former PM a chance to prove his mettle
Interview
Japanese-Uyghur lawmaker calls for harder line on China
Ruling party member Arfiya Eri says Japan must amend its 'passive constitution'
Telecommunication
Japan set to provide aid for South Pacific telecom infrastructure
NTT expected to play role in region that is nerve center for undersea communications
Opinion
AUKUS needs more than submarines to make its bold vision a reality
Increased public engagement is key to pact's mission to deter China
Electric vehicles
Chinese EVs still cheaper than Teslas in U.S. after tariff hike
Supply chain advantages help BYD and others compete on price
Japan's leadership race
Japan PM candidates eye ties with friendly nations as China rises
Koizumi says he will pursue talks with China, North Korea if he becomes PM
Taiwan tensions
China condemns German navy's transit of Taiwan Strait
People's Liberation Army says passage of two ships is "public hyping"
Hong Kong security law
Hong Kong hosts flurry of forums, cozying up to non-Western partners
U.S.-led democracies conspicuously absent as city woos mainland, ASEAN, Middle East
Politics
Malaysia prepares heavier 'sugar tax' in bid to combat diabetes
Government to propose new levy on sweetened drinks in 2025 budget
Business deals
Nippon Steel bid for U.S. Steel faces Sept. 23 review deadline, sources say
National security panel could grant request by companies to extend review another 90 days
US-China tensions
U.S. to start steep China tariff hikes on EVs, solar cells, on Sept. 27
Industry group warns of potential for disrupting chip-related supply chains
North Korea tensions
North Korea provides first peek inside nuclear weapons facility
Kim Jong Un signals what is seen as warning to U.S. ahead of November vote
Retail
China's Shein and Temu face end to tariff-free imports into U.S.
White House to propose rules to limit 'loophole' for small shipments
Retail
Japan's Seven & i now a 'core business,' with tighter investment rules
But addition to security list seen having little impact on Couche-Tard's buyout offer
International relations
China and Maldives sign financial cooperation agreement
Countries to establish framework to support local currency settlement
Economy
China raises retirement age as workforce shrinks
Government strives to avert pension crisis by extending contribution years
Business deals
Nippon Steel and U.S. Steel send letter to Biden on merger plans
Move followed reports president was preparing to block deal; contents not disclosed
Taiwan tensions
German navy makes rare transit of sensitive Taiwan Strait
First such move in two decades comes amid soaring Taipei-Beijing tensions
Podcast: News Roundup
Sri Lankans vote after years of economic suffering
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Editor-in-Chief’s Picks
Letter from Nikkei Asia's editor: Japan Inc.'s treasure trove
Shin Nakayama shares his weekly reflections and recommendations
Defense
China's defense minister calls for military cooperation pacts
Dong Jun says big powers must lead on security, all have right to pursue interests
Japan's leadership race
Japan's ruling LDP begins prime minister race: 5 things to know
How will the new leader affect Japan and Asia?
Bangladesh turmoil
Bangladesh pushes 'groundbreaking' reforms after Hasina exit
Overhaul of elections, judiciary and anti-graft agency among changes planned
Taiwan under Lai
Taiwan's opposition parties target judiciary in bruising political battle
Top judges accused of being DPP 'thugs'; lawyers fear for faith in rule of law